30 Days of Sefton in Mind
On World Suicide Prevention Day Sefton Council is launching this year’s 30 Days of Sefton in Mind campaign. Now in its fourth year, 30 Days of Sefton in Mind happens during the
Hospital denies MP’s claim that Ormskirk Kids A+E will permanently shut overnight
Hospital bosses have been forced to deny a claim from West Lancashire MP Rosie Cooper that the Children’s A+E department at Ormskirk will close permanently overnight. A statement has been issued by
Violence reduction group’s work featured in national publication
Diversionary youth work carried out by Merseyside’s Violence Reduction Partnership is featured in a new national publication showcasing some of the best initiatives to reduce serious violence across England and Wales. The
Foodbank appeals for volunteers
Compassion Acts, who run Southport Foodbank, is appealing for volunteers who can help with Foodbank sessions, which are due to expand in the Autumn. As older volunteers were shielding early in the
Dog control measures set for return. Your views wanted
Distributed via press release from Sefton Council: As part of Sefton Council’s commitment to promote responsible dog ownership, we are consulting on the reintroduction of dog control measures. Consultation on introducing a
In Pictures: Craft Fair at Dobbies Garden Centre
The scene today within the Craft Fair marquee at Dobbies in Kew. At least the weather stayed fine, as the day continued… More https://www.ukcraftfairs.com/craft-events/22135/artisan-craft-and-gift-fair https://www.otsnews.co.uk/pictures-southport-flower-show-2019/ Pre-school childcare community links New Soft Play
Pleasureland say thank you to emergency services workers with two discounted weekends
The region’s biggest family attraction will boost its annual Emergency Services Day concession this month in favour of TWO FULL WEEKENDS where essential workers can enjoy privileged access and unlimited rides. Southport
Hospital seeks nominations for 2020 People’s Health Hero
2020 has been an extraordinarily demanding year for your local NHS staff coping with the demands of Covid-19. Do you know a member of staff working at our hospitals or in one
Southport Lifeboat launch donations appeal after boat destroyed by vandals
Southport Offshore Rescue Trust is appealing for donations after an inflatable training boat was destroyed by vandals. The inflatable D-Class lifeboat had previously seen 30 years of front line service but was
CCG says: ‘NHS is here for you this bank holiday weekend’
Health leaders at NHS South Sefton and NHS Southport and Formby Clinical Commissioning Groups (CCGs) are reassuring local people that the NHS is here should they need it this bank holiday, 31
Woodlands Animal Sanctuary searching for sponsors
Are you an animal lover, or do you know someone who is, but for any number of reasons you can’t have your own pet, or maybe live somewhere you don’t really get
Mighty Radio Breakfast Show Presenter’s Wedding Plan B
Trevor Ford, Breakfast Show host on local community radio station Mighty Radio 107.9FM and his lovely fiancée Jackie took the plunge a few months ago and booked their wedding ceremony at Southport
Labour volunteers meet crate expectations as foodbank relocates
Local Labour volunteers reached for the Weetabix and much more this week to help Southport Foodbank relocate their huge warehousing operation. The foodbank is moving to a new main hub after six
Master Barber completes 1300 mile motorbike ride for Make-A-Wish
Dan Rix of Lord Street’s Master Barber’s Shop has completed a 1300-mile motorcycle ride around the UK in aid of the Make-A-Wish foundation. BarbersRide started in 2017 and sees barbers from across
Southport commemorates 75th anniversary of VJ day
Damien Moore joined with members of the public and local military charities to commemorate the 75th anniversary of VJ day. VJ Day is the day on which Japan surrendered in World War
Fore! Golfers create ingenious warning system after huge pothole appears
A trio of golfers found themselves navigating a tricky hole tonight after discovering part of Hesketh Road collapsed. The pot hole which has opened up on the exclusive road, was discovered by
Sefton Council urges coastline visitors to park considerately
Sefton’s coastline, an internationally protected ‘nature reserve’, is stunning, and we understand why people want to visit, especially when the weather is nice. Since restrictions were lifted allowing people to spend more
Southport & Ormskirk Hospitals to receive £1.7m to upgrade A&E facilities for winter
Southport MP Damien Moore has welcomed news that Southport & Ormskirk NHS Hospitals Trust is set to receive an additional £1,729,000 in order to support A&E capacity ahead of the winter months.
Midwife conquers Mersey for charity
Perinatal mental health midwife Keran Carter, who works for Southport and Ormskirk Hospital NHS Trust, just conquered the impressive challenge of swimming across the River Mersey, and raised over £2,300 with her
Young people asked for masterpieces to brighten up covid test centres
Young people across Sefton are being asked to submit colourful drawings, paintings, and designs to brighten up the Borough’s two, walk-through COVID-19 test sites in Bootle and Southport. Both of Sefton’s walk-through
Southport Lifeboat launch #itsbehindyou beach safety campaign
Today the Southport Lifeboat has launched #itsbehindyou – a beach safety campaign aimed at educating members of the public with how to stay safe when visiting Southport. A combination of nice weather,
Sefton public health officials urge use of face coverings
Following her reminder about the need to remain COVID-19 vigilant at home, Sefton’s Interim Director of Public Health Margaret Jones has added her voice to those of the region’s Public Health directors
Woodlands Animal Sanctuary launch ‘Tea & Tours’ initiative
Woodlands Animal Sanctuary are very pleased to announce a new initiative they have launched; Tea & Tours. For only £10 per adult & £6 per child (under 12) you can get an
Home secretary thanks Merseyside fire fighters for coronavirus efforts
Home Secretary Priti Patel paid tribute to the work of firefighters throughout the coronavirus pandemic as she visited Merseyside Fire and Rescue Service yesterday (Thursday 6 August). She met with firefighters who
Safe re-openings for Sefton’s play areas now complete
Sefton Council has now re-opened safely nearly all of its 100 play areas after they were closed as part of nationwide “lockdown” restrictions to control the spread of COVID-19. Just two remain
Council clarify covid test centre location
Sefton Council have moved to clarify the location of the Covid-19 test centre at the Town Hall, after several reports celebrated a change of location. The entrance to the centre was originally
Appeal for eye-gaze technology for Southport man with rare brain tumour
The family of a Southport man who has spent two years in intensive care are fundraising to help purchase specialist equipment to help his quality of life. Michael Walton was left needing
RIP Kevin Dawson
Tributes have been paid to a much loved Southport man who has passed away. Kevin Dawson sadly passed away in the early hours of yesterday morning (Tuesday August 4th) suddenly. Kevin’s mother
Schools in Southport to receive £866,000 to upgrade and refurbish school buildings
Damien Moore MP has welcomed the announcement that schools in Southport will benefit from £866,338.50 to improve school facilities. Schools in Southport have been allocated a share of £560 million Government investment,
Hospital team to make 850,000 steps in August for Dementia awareness
Southport and Ormskirk Hospital NHS Trust’s Dementia and Delirium Team will be taking 850,000 steps during August to raise awareness of Dementia. The team said: “Research has shown that 850,000 people in